John D. Barger, age 86, of Knox, PA, formerly from Salem passed away on Saturday, October 12th, 2013 after a short illness. Born June 6th, 1927 in Knox, PA he was the son of William R. and Martha Barger. John was a veteran of the US Navy. He retired from PSE&G at Artificial Island, Hancocks Bridge. He was a member of the Knox United Methodist Church. John is survived by his wife, Shirley Barger of Knox; two daughters, Becky Counsellor & husband Ed of Quinton and Cathy Hunter & husband Tom, also of Quinton; son, David Barger & wife Birgit of Cordele, GA; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents John was preceded in death by a brother, William Barger and a sister, Ruth Harner. John was an avid golfer. Donations in memory of John may be sent to Knox United Methodist Church, PO Box 307, Knox, PA 16232.